Monocryl sutures are known for their smooth passage through tissue and are made from:

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APolyglactin 910
BPolyglyconate
CPolydioxanone
DPoliglecaprone 25

✓ Correct answer: D. Poliglecaprone 25 Monocryl sutures are made from Poliglecaprone 25, which is a monofilament, synthetic, absorbable suture often used for soft tissue closures. These sutures offer smooth passage through tissues and are absorbed via hydrolysis, usually within 91 to 119 days.

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